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Guildford’s Majestic River Red Gum Crowned 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year

In a prestigious nod to natural beauty and historical significance, a towering River Red Gum tree, affectionately known as "The Big Tree," has claimed the title of 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year. The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) bestowed this honour upon the ancient Eucalyptus camaldulensis, which has graced the Midland Highway near Guildford…

31 October 2023ByBen Tyers

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Fire Regimes Around Australia Shifted Abruptly 20 Years Ago—And Falling Humidity Is Why

This century, Australia has suffered more frequent and more severe bushfires. The Black Summer fires of 2019–20 were the worst on record for the area burned and property loss. How much climate change has contributed to these increases is a hot topic. Bushfire risk is dialled up by four switches: fuel amount and condition, fire weather…

11 September 2023ByRoger Jones

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The Humble Spotted Gum Is a World Class Urban Tree. Here’s Why

Most of us find it very difficult to identify different species of eucalypt. You often hear people say they all look the same. Of course, they don’t. There are over 700 species of the iconic tree genus, and they can be very different in form, height, flowers and colours. Also Read: Where to Find the Tallest Trees…

4 September 2023ByGregory Moore

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Guildford’s Majestic River Red Gum Crowned 2023 Victorian Tree of the Year

Fire Regimes Around Australia Shifted Abruptly 20 Years Ago—And Falling Humidity Is Why

The Humble Spotted Gum Is a World Class Urban Tree. Here’s Why

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